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Willis Lease appoints Stephen Jones to Board; McKeating resigns Dec 31, 2024
WILLIS LEASE FINANCE CORP
- Stephen Jones appointed to Board effective Jan 1, 2025; will serve as Class I director until 2026 annual meeting.
- Jones will serve on Audit Committee and as Chair of Compensation Committee.
- Compensation: $250k restricted stock award (vests over 2 years), $95k annual cash fee + $17.5k for Committee Chair role.
- Rae Ann McKeating resigned effective Dec 31, 2024; resignation not due to any disagreement with Company.
- Jones brings 40-year career in airlines, including roles at Air New Zealand, Wizz Air, and Flair Airlines.